Dade County, Alabama
78 hiking & walking trails · 1parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 4 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Dade County, Alabama
Dade County is home to 78 mapped hiking trails and 1 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 4 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in Dade County
Up to 79 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Dade County
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Sample Parks in Dade County
Sample Trails in Dade County
Curated Guides for Dade County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Dade County, Alabama?
Yes — we have 78 mapped hiking and walking trails in Dade County, Alabama, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the best hiking trail in Dade County, Alabama for families?
800 Loop near Lookout Mountain is one of the best family picks in Dade County, Alabama — easy difficulty, short enough for kids and first-timers. See the full family hiking guide below for more options.
Is there a trail map for Dade County, Alabama?
Each of the 78 trails in Dade County, Alabama has its own page with an interactive map, GPS coordinates, and a link to view it on OpenStreetMap — no app or account needed.
What parks and recreation areas are in Dade County, Alabama?
Dade County, Alabama has 1 parks, recreation areas, and federal facilities in our index. Each listing includes activities, photos where available, and directions.
Can I go camping in Dade County, Alabama?
We don't show any campgrounds with mapped campsites in Dade County, Alabama right now — check the state level for more camping options nearby.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Dade County, Alabama?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Alabama for more options beyond Dade County, Alabama.
Hiking guides for Alabama
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Dade County.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Alabama, Ranked
Alabama's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Tobias MrzykAlabama's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Alabama trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Alabama
Ten gentle, well-marked Alabama trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Alabama
Alabama's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe Best National Parks & Recreation Areas in Alabama
Federal parks and recreation areas in Alabama ranked by what they actually offer hikers and campers, not just popularity.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Waterfall Hikes in Alabama: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Alabama's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.